Politics
U.S. House Pushes Back to Restore Great Lakes Funding, In Wake of Proposed Trump Administration Cuts
Republicans, Democrats fight back against proposed cuts to Great Lakes funding
Mar 30th, 2017 by National Wildlife Federation
Important Reminders for Voters about the April 4 Spring Election
All voters will have the opportunity to elect a Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice (uncontested) and the Superintendent of Public Instruction (contested) on Tuesday.
Mar 30th, 2017 by Wisconsin Elections Commission
Council Members Seek Help From Governor on Juvenile Justice System
“Sadly, our current juvenile justice system has, with few exceptions, become little more than an undergraduate course for violent criminals.”
Mar 30th, 2017 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Milwaukee County to Seek State Funding of Sheriff’s Department
Funds would pay for more deputies and legal costs
Mar 30th, 2017 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
Baldwin and Murkowski Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Maternal Care Access in Rural and Underserved Areas
The legislation ensures women have access to timely, high quality maternity care by identifying provider shortage areas in rural and underserved communities
Mar 30th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Inspector General Report Strengthens Argument for Serious Federal Asset Forfeiture Reform
“Reform Is Necessary To Strengthen Faith In Law Enforcement, Tamper Abuse, And Protect Citizens’ Constitutional Rights”
Mar 30th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner
Milwaukee Bar Association Poll Deems Crowley as More Qualified Candidate in Municipal Race
“I am honored to have the confidence of the members of the Milwaukee Bar Association.”
Mar 30th, 2017 by William Crowley
As Health Care Debate Shifts, Senator Baldwin and Senate Colleagues Lead Milestone Effort to Bring Down Prescription Drug Prices
Landmark proposal introduced by group of key Senate Democrats to improve the Affordable Care Act by addressing skyrocketing drug prices
Mar 30th, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Governor Walker Announces Appointments to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents
"We look forward to the leadership of Mike and Bob and thank them for their willingness to serve in this capacity."
Mar 29th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Sensenbrenner Reintroduces the DUE PROCESS ACT to Reform Civil Asset Forfeiture Practices
“The DUE PROCESS Act Brings Us One Step Closer To Meaningful Reform That Will Tamper Abuse And Protect Citizens’ Constitutional Rights”
Mar 29th, 2017 by U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner
Milwaukee launching Neighborhood Improvement Job Opportunities Program
Program will make it easier for local contractors and community-based organizations to obtain contracts with the city.
Mar 29th, 2017 by Ald. Russell Stamper, II
Legislators Introduce the Jail Death Transparency Act
Current law is only applicable to law enforcement officers and does not hold correctional officers in city, county, and state correctional facilities to the same investigatory standards.
Mar 29th, 2017 by State Sen. Chris Larson
